Pandemic innovation stories sought for project

Vets, VNs, practices and other veterinary organisations are being asked to share their stories of innovation during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The RCVS’ ViVet innovation project wants to hear how innovation has been used to overcome the challenges COVID-19 and its associated restrictions have presented.

Examples

Examples the project is looking for include:

• novel ways a practice has adapted to continue to deliver services to clients who, for example, are vulnerable or isolating
• ways an organisation or vet school has transformed from face-to-face delivery of services to digital
• changes to the structure,new or business model of an organisation that allowed it to adapt and navigate through the pandemic

Change

Chris Tufnell, RCVS council member and innovation lead for the college, said: “We are living through a time of unprecedented change where members of the veterinary community have become the driving forces for innovation.

“We have been in an innovation overdrive, adapting at pace to transform the ways of working, of serving our clients and patients, and getting things done in less than ideal circumstances.

“So, we would like to know how, over the past five months, what kind of innovative solutions have you been developing or seen people within your organisation developing? We really want to hear from you so we can share your stories to help disseminate knowledge and ideas, and inspire others.”

Showcase

Submitted stories will be showcased on the ViVet website and social media channels, so others can learn from the experiences.

Stories can be emailed to RCVS innovation executive Sophie Rogers in any form, including blog or case study, and photos are also welcomed. Full details of practices or place of work should be included.